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Anger and COVID-19

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Our lives took an unexpected turn when COVID-19 destroyed any sense of normalcy in our lives. With COVID-19 came a lot of emotions, anger being one of them. One form of anger coping mechanism is called displacement. Displacement is a transfer of emotions from one specific issue to another.

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Consent for Psychological Services for Minors

High Conflict Divorce Course

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Dr. D’Arienzo is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and National Forensic Expert. In this article, he discusses consent for minors regarding healthcare. Dr. D’Arienzo discusses psychological services in divorce and separation cases. It might appear harmless when a divorced parent takes their child to receive psychological services. This can lead to many dilemmas, like parents not agreeing on treatment plans for their child.

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Stopping the mental-health crisis spawned by COVID-19 | Opinion – South Florida Sun-Sentinel

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

D’Arienzo Psychology is seeing a significant uptick in new mental health referrals at our practice which began when Governor DeSantis opened up Florida for Phase 1 in mid-April. Marriages are stressed, divorced parents have been fighting about visitation and the potential impact of COVID-19 and whether the other parent’s visitation is essential (the answer is, YES). Parents have had to balance homeschooling, work, and children with cabin fever, and single people have never been more isolated (dating has virtually stopped). People are worried about their jobs, paying bills, and their businesses.

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How to Handle an Angry Employee

Happy Employees are retained employees

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Many people believe that angry employees are a negative thing. In this article, we discuss how to handle an angry employee. Despite common beliefs, anger can be a catalyst for some of the most transformational conversations in the workplace. Click here to read more about how anger outbursts can be a good thing.

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How do you tell your children about divorce?

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Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Are you or someone you know going through a divorce? Divorce is not easy, especially if you have children. In this article, Dr. Justin D’Arienzo discusses how to break the news to your children. D’Arienzo Psychology offers a range of helpful parent educational tools. Click here to learn more.

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High Conflict Parenting Course

High Conflict Divorce Course

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Are you divorced or separated with children? Do you need assistance with communicating with your former spouse about your children, the time sharing schedule, school and sporting events, and doctors’ appointments? Our fully online High-Conflict Co-Parenting Course can help you learn how to work together with your former spouse for the benefit of your children. Learn more about our High-Conflict Co-Parenting Course here.

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Dr. D’s Parent Association Seminar, SJEDS, about building strong, confident and resilient children

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

“The Science Behind Building Strong, Confident, and Resilient Children. The Truth About Grit” Parent Association Annual Seminar, San Jose Episcopal Day School, October 4, 2016. I have included my presentation and the Grit Assessment. You are welcome to use the material provided. Please credit me if appropriate as you would want to be credited in […]

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